In early February, I was sitting in Sunday School and the lesson was on Christ calling his Apostles as well as a few of his early miracles. My mind sometimes wanders during these lessons, and I was pondering Peter's words to the Savior when asked to let down their nets, yet again, after a feckless night of fishing. Luke 5-"And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.
6And when they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of fishes: and their net brake." For whatever reason, and you will know the reason soon enough, I was overcome with the Spirit, and with peace and comfort. I thought how indeed I could relate to these fishermen! I have been toiling here in NYC at tedious jobs, for a long time now, visiting fertility clinics and adoption agencies, trying to figure out what the heck is going on with my life, and I got nothin' to show for it! AAARGH. And yet, at the Lord's command (His timing), the nets were filled, just as my own personal family "net"work will be filled someday when the Lord wills it. This fleeting moment helped me to let go of anxiety and to feel the Lord's power. It was a beautiful spiritual experience.
The following Tuesday, I finally started wondering why I'd been so tired, nauseous, sore, and cranky for the past couple of weeks... this was new (well, not the cranky part). A random thought struck me and so I took a pregnancy test and boom! There it was - my own personal miracle. I still can't believe it. Its incredible. Every day I'm still in shock. And I'm 12 weeks along as of March 22, thus our baby is due October 4. We weren't even trying (is that TMI?) This is my rescue from the bondage of menial jobs, its my rescue from the bondage of slaving away to pay the NYC rent without feeling real purpose and/or any vision. The Savior is truly the SAVIOUR - he saves us from our own types of bondage in miraculous ways.
So, there you have it. We are so excited and so blessed. We could use your faith and prayers that everything will go smoothly and that we'll have a new, healthy baby Nelson later this year.
What names do you like? We're leaning toward Sydney (girl) and Jonah (boy).
23 comments:
Oh my gosh - I am just seeing this!!! I am calling you right now!
WOW!! That is the best news! I was just checking in on your blog and hip hip hooray! You will stay in our prayers cuz we know how great a Nelson baby is! love ya tons!
Congratulations, Allison!! I hope you aren't feeling too gross but how exciting! I do pray things go well. Cute name ideas. Anna and Josiah are 2 we like and haven't used. :)
So indescribably happy for you Peter and Allison!
God be thanked. We believe in miracles. I love you and your faith.
We are so happy for you!! This is the best news of the week. Congratulations--you and the baby will be in our prayers.
You are an inspiration to me Allison! There are tears of joy spilling over here because God is Good! Thank you for sharing this tremendous news and your spiritual experience. We love you and Peter and will have your family close at heart and in our prayers.
Woo - Woo! This is wonderful:) Congratulations, so, so , so happy for you!
Congratulations! My mom showed me your blog when she was here last week and I just had a chance to look at it--what fun news!
When I saw the title of this post I was hoping for this news...truly the best news of the decade!! Congratulations to you both, and we will keep you and baby Nelson in our prayers :)
BREAKING NEWS!!! SO GOOD TO HEAR!
I started crying just reading the blog (of course, I cry at anything related to kids, even the elementary school Halloween parade!). Congratulations -- such wonderful news!
Thank you everyone! We are overwhelmed with excitement and happiness... and by your love and support. This is a long time coming, thats for sure. The timing couldn't be more perfect, as Westchester will allow us to settle down and live on Peter's income (as opposed to the city). We feel so blessed. Thanks again.
I don't even know what to say. I am in awe. Congratulations Allison and Peter. I just... Wow!
I love both of those names. You're on the right track! :)
Congratualtions, Allison! I talked to Peter Sunday and learned this awesome news. I also told Peter that I was glad that associating with Laurine and me had not rubbed off--the childless part anyway. I can't recommend any names since as a young boy Peter told me that the reason Laurine and I couldn't have children was that I had picked the name Jerusha. I am excited that you have committed to be temple ordinance workers, too. Have a wonderful expecting experience.
Herb
I'm dying here. I can't get this smile off my face. I'm literally bubbling. I wish I was there to give you a big squeeze. I love Sydney and Jonah. This has made my week!!! Love you!!!
CONGRATS!!! Annaca told me about this I think last week and I am THRILLED for you guys!!! YAY!!! I can't wait to see your little bundle of joy! Love you guys!!
I can't believe I am just reading this. I am so happy for you. Blessings do come, don't they?
Oh Allison! I am so happy for you both! This is really great news. Thank you for sharing your experience! You will be in my prayers!
I LOVE the name Jonah!! :)
I just decided that if we have a girl, I'm spelling it Sydnie.
I need to go on blogger more often. Boy or girl I am over the moon thrilled to become an Aunt again.
WOW!!!!! I am sooo happy for you! Love you experience you shared! I need to be reading up on blogs more often! Congrats! Maybe I can even get a peek at this new little one once we get out there to New England! Ü
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